Chapter 1

Question 1

accuracy

Answer 1

A measure of error-free typing

Question 2

Bluetooth card

Answer 2

Used for wireless communication over short distances

Question 3

Central Processing Unit(CPU)

Answer 3

Interprets and carries out the basic instructions that operate a computer

Question 4

computer case

Answer 4

The metal and plastic box that contains the main components of the computer

Question 5

computer

Answer 5

An electronic device that manipulates information or data

Question 6

delete

Answer 6

Remove an item from its current location and move it to the recycle bin

Question 7

desktop

Answer 7

Personal computer designed to be in a stationary location, where all of its components fit on or under a desk

Question 8

digital citizenship

Answer 8

Positive approach to helping students learn how to be be safe and secure, as well as smart and effective participants in a digital world

Question 9

digital literacy

Answer 9

Learning how to find, sort, manage, evaluate and create information in digital forms

Question 10

expansion slots

Answer 10

Allows you to add various types of expansion cards

Question 11

file management

Answer 11

Organizing files in folders

Question 12

file

Answer 12

Collection of data that has a name and is stored in a computer

Question 13

folder windows

Answer 13

Used for finding, viewing, and managing information on a computer

Question 14

folder

Answer 14

Stores, organizes and manages files

Question 15

game console

Answer 15

Mobile-computing device designed for single-player or multi-player video games

Question 16

hard drive

Answer 16

Where software is installed and where your documents and other files are stored

Question 17

hardware

Answer 17

Any part of your computer that has a physical structure and includes all of the computer internal parts

Question 18

keyboard

Answer 18

Contains keys you press to enter data and instructions into a computer or mobile device

Question 19

laptop

Answer 19

Thin, lightweight mobile computer with a screen in its lid and a keyboard in its base, designed to fit on your lap

Question 20

monitor

Answer 20

Displays images and text on the screen

Question 21

motherboard

Answer 21

The main circuit board of the computer

Question 22

mouse

Answer 22

A pointing device that fits under the palm of your hand comfortably

Question 23

network card

Answer 23

Allows your computer to communicate over a network and access the Internet

Question 24

power cord

Answer 24

Link between the power outlet and the power supply unit in the computer casing

Question 25

power supply

Answer 25

Converts the wall outlet AC power into DC power

Question 26

processor's speed

Answer 26

The pace of the system clock

Question 27

Random-Access Memory (RAM)

Answer 27

System's short-term memory

Question 28

rename

Answer 28

Change the name of a file or folder

Question 29

server

Answer 29

Computer that serves up information to other computers on a network

Question 30

Smartphone

Answer 30

An Internet-capable phone Software - Any set of instructions that tells the hardware what to do

Question 31

sound card

Answer 31

Responsible for what you hear in the speakers or headphones

Question 32

subfolder

Answer 32

Folder stored within another folder

Question 33

tablet

Answer 33

Thin, lighter weight mobile computer that has a touch screen

Question 34

touch typing

Answer 34

Using the Home Row keys to anchor the fingers and allow you to type without looking at the keyboard

Question 35

touchpad

Answer 35

Touch sensitive pad that lets you control the pointer by making a drawing motion with your finger

Question 36

trackball

Answer 36

Stationary pointing device with a ball on its top or side

Question 37

video card

Answer 37

Responsible for what you see on the monitor

Question 38

Words Per Minute (WPM)

Answer 38

A measure of typing speed

Question 39

Privacy

Answer 39

Think before giving a password out; don't share personal information online; keep virus software up-to-date; use different passwords to login

Question 40

Password

Answer 40

Don't create a password that has anything to do with you (i.e. your pet's name or home address). Use uppercase and numbers when creating a password

Question 41

Personal information

Answer 41

Don't share personal information online - be aware of phishing emails. Giving out your personal information online can lead to cyber-harassment and stalking.

Question 42

Photography

Answer 42

Be careful when posting selfies as it may give out more information than you realize

Question 43

Property

Answer 43

Know how to protect yourself, understand copyright laws and fair use

Question 44

Permission

Answer 44

When using things from the internet like pictures you need to know the steps to avoid plagiarism

Question 45

Protection

Answer 45

Learn how browser history can keep you safe. Make sure you are using a real website.

Question 46

Professionalism

Answer 46

when people "meet" you online you want to make sure you are portraying yourself in a professional view

Question 47

Personal brand

Answer 47

What you share impacts how people see you in life. Make sure to think before you share.